Republic of the Philippines

ISABELA STATE UNIVERSITY

Echague, Campus

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

Course Syllabus
2nd Semester,
School Year 2021-2022
Course Number Course Title Credit Unit/s Hours per week
CE 327 CIVIL ENGINEERING LAWS, CONTRACTS AND SPECIFICATION 2 2

INSTITUTIONAL OUTCOMES
ISU Expected Graduate Attributes

Communicator (Cm)
 Recognizes and values communication as a tool for conveying and
interacting with others and fostering their own learning.
VISION Inquiry-focused and knowledgeable (IFK)
A leading research university in the ASEAN region.  Creates new knowledge and understanding through the process of
research and inquiry.
MISSION
 Demonstrates comprehensive theoretical and technical concepts related to
Isabela State University is committed to develop globally competitive human,
their field of specialization with relevant connections to industry,
technological resources and services through quality instruction, innovative research,
professional and regional knowledge.
responsive community engagement and viable resource management programs for
inclusive growth and sustainable development.
Competitive (Cp)
 Initiates and innovates better ways of doing things.
QUALITY POLICY
The Isabela State University endeavors to be a lead university in instruction, research,  Promotes quality and productivity.
extension, and resource generation through continual improvement of services.
Collaborative and Effective Leader (CEL)
 Works in collaborative with others and manages group functioning to meet
common goal.

Lifelong Learning (LL)

Acquires new skills and adapts to rapid changes in professional and personal
environment.

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 PROGRAM OUTCOMES

The graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering program

must be able to:
a. Apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve complex civil
engineering problems;
b. Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;
c. Design a system, component or process to meet desired needs within
realistic constraints, in accordance with the standards;
d. Function in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams;
GOAL OF THE COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING e. Identify, formulate and solve complex civil engineering problems;
f. Understand professional and ethical responsibility;
The College trains or produces graduates instrumental in the development of g. Communicate effectively civil engineering activities with the engineering
agro-industrialization in Region 2. community and with society at large;
h. Understand the impact of civil engineering solutions in a global, economic,
environmental, and societal context;
i. Recognize the need for, and engage in life-long learning;
j. Know contemporary issues;
k. Use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for civil
engineering activities;
l. Know and understand engineering and management principles as a
member and leader of a team, and to manage projects in a
multidisciplinary environment;
m. Understand at least one specialized field of civil engineering practice.

Course Description:
This course deals on the principles and the fundamentals of the laws on obligations, contracts, and professional ethics that are applicable to the civil engineering
profession. It is designed to prepare civil engineering students for professional practice. Topics on the perspective of the students as future practitioners, contractors,
and employees in the field are also given emphasis. They include the study of code of ethics, legal procedure in the practice of civil engineering in the Philippines,
ethical relations of an engineer with fellow professionals, clients, and general public, elements of Code, labor laws, E-procurement Law, and the Manual of Professional
Practice for Civil Engineers..

Prerequisite/s:
3rd year standing

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Course Outcome:
At the end of the course, the students must be able to:
1. Identify the Civil Engineering Code of ethics and obligations.
2. Distinguish and know the value formation towards the practice of civil engineering.
3. Explain the right perspective of the nature, principles and applicability of the laws of obligation and contracts.
4. Recognize the proposition of ethical values.
5. Understand the Civil Engineering Laws;
6. Understand other laws relevant to the practice of Civil Engineering
7. Know relevant professional documents
8. Know the standard contract documents such as the pro-forma construction and consultancy contracts; Instruction to Bidders, Technical Specifications, Bid
Documents; Philippine Bidding Documents for Consulting Services and works.
9. Develop Engineering skills and proficiency.

Course Plan
Teaching
Teaching No. of
Graduates Program Intended Learning and Assessment Assessment
Learning Content Learning Hours Lecture Laboratory
Attributes Outcomes Outcomes Learning Tasks tools
modality
Activities

Messenger,

I. Introduction to General Lecture Google

Ethics and Ethical Classroom,
LL f, i Quiz Quiz 1 1
Values Discussion
Google Meet,
Identify the Civil
Engineering Code of Module
ethics and obligations.

II. Civil Engineering Code Messenger,

of Ethics:
Lecture Google
 Fundamental Principles
Classroom,
LL f, i  Fundamental Canons Quiz Quiz 2 2
Discussion
 Guidelines to Practice Google Meet,
under the Fundamental
Canons of Ethics Module

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 III. The Practice of Civil
Engineering
 Professional
Responsibility
 Client-Civil Engineer
relationship
 Civil Engineering Messenger,
Distinguish and know the Services
value formation towards  Specialization of Civil Lecture Google
the practice of civil Engineering Classroom,
LL f, i Quiz Quiz 3 3
engineering.  Selection of a Civil Discussion
Engineer Google Meet,
 Prime professional
practice Module
 Employment
 Design Competition
 Contingency basis of
employment
 Professional practice of
foreign Civil Engineers
IV. Classification of
Engineering Services
 Consultations Messenger,
 Research investigations
Recognize the proposition and reports
Lecture Google
LL f, i
of ethical values.  Design services for
Classroom,
Quiz Quiz 3 3
Discussion
construction projects
Google Meet,
 Engineering support
services
Module
 Academic services
 Services as employees
V. The Selection of the
Civil Engineer Messenger,
 Basis for selection
 Client’s selection Lecture Google
committee Classroom,
LL f, i Understand the Civil Quiz Quiz 3 3
 Qualifications-Based Discussion
Engineering Laws; Selection (QBS) Google Meet,
Procedure
 Selection procedure for Module
“Level Effort Contracts.”
Preliminary Exam – 1.5hours
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 Messenger,
VI. Charging for Civil
Engineering Services
Lecture Google
 Salary Cost “Multiplier +
Classroom,
LL f, i Direct Non-Salary Quiz Quiz 3 3
Discussion
Expense
Google Meet,
 Hourly Billing Rate Per
Diem
Module
VII. Charging for Civil Messenger,
Engineering Services
 Cost plus fixed fee Lecture Google
 Fixed price Classroom,
LL f, i Quiz Quiz 3 3
 Percentage of Discussion
Construction Cost Google Meet,
 Schedule of Minimum
Understand the Civil Fees Module
Engineering Laws;
Messenger,

VIII. Total Project Cost Lecture Google

 Professional Engineering Classroom,
LL f, i Quiz Quiz 2 2
Costs Discussion
Construction Costs Google Meet,

Module
Messenger,
IX. Total Project Costs
Lecture Google
 Legal, Land,
Classroom,
LL f, i Administration, Stuffing Quiz Quiz 2 2
Discussion
and Financial Costs
Google Meet,
Contingency Allowance
Module
Messenger,

Understand other laws X. R.A. 544: An Act to

Lecture Google
Regulate the Practice
LL f, i
relevant to the practice of of Civil Engineering in
Classroom,
Quiz Quiz 2 2
Civil Engineering Discussion
the Philippines
Google Meet,

Module
Mid-Term Examination – 1.5 hours
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 XI. R.A. 9184: The
Government Messenger,
Procurement Reform
Act Lecture Google
Understand other laws
Classroom,
LL f, i relevant to the practice of Implementing rules Discussion
Quiz Quiz 3 3
Civil Engineering and regulations on the Google Meet,
procurement of
consulting services for Module
government projects.
Messenger,
XII. PD 1594 and its
Understand other laws Implementing Rules
Lecture Google
LL f, i relevant to the practice of and Regulations as
Classroom,
Quiz Quiz 3 3
Civil Engineering Discussion
Amended.
Google Meet,

Module
Messenger,
XIII. CIAP Document 102:
Lecture Google
Uniform General
Know the standard Classroom,
LL f, i Conditions of Contract Quiz Quiz 2 2
contract documents for Private
Discussion
Google Meet,
Construction.
Module
Messenger,

Lecture Google
XIV. Extracts from the New
Know the standard Classroom,
LL f, i Civil Code: Obligations Quiz Quiz 2 2
contract documents and Contracts.
Discussion
Google Meet,

Module
Messenger,

Lecture Google
XV. The Civil Engineering
Develop Engineering Classroom,
LL f, i Professional Licensure Quiz Quiz 2 2
skills and proficiency Examination.
Discussion
Google Meet,

Module
Final-Term Examination – 1.5 hours
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Course Requirements:

1.
Grade Equivalent
Grading Scheme
1.0 98-100
Prelim: 20%
Midterm: 20% 1.25 95-97
Finals: 25% 1.5 92-94
Quizzes: 15% 1.75 89-91
Activity: 15% 2.0 86-88
Attendance 5% 2.25 83-85
100% 2.5 80-82
2.75 77-79
3.0 75-76
5.0 74 below (Failed)
Inc. Incomplete

Reference:
1. Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers, Inc. Manual of Professional Practice for Civil Engineers.
2. Hinze J., Construction Contracts, 3rd Edition, McGraw Hill Education, 2010
3. Levin P., Construction Contract Claims, Changes, and Dispute Resolution, 3rd Edition, American Society of Civil Engineers, 2016
4. Adriaannse J., Construction Contract Law, 4th Edition, Red Globe Press, 2017
5.

CLASSROOM POLICIES:

1) Observance of Health Protocols

a. Everybody who is entering the campus and classroom premises is required to wear a face mask – NO FACE MASK, NO ENTRY POLICY
b. Observe at all times, in all places and in all transactions, social / physical distancing of at least 1 meter apart as advocated by the Department of Health.
c. Crowd gathering of more than five (5) persons is restricted.

2) Uniform and Dress code

a. Students should be in proper uniform, wear should ID and appropriate shoes expect during laboratory class.
b. On Wednesday, hip-hop dresses and get-ups are not allowed, e.g. shorts, slippers, spaghetti strap, earrings for males, etc.

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3) Taking Examination

a. Cheating and copying are strictly prohibited. When caught during quizzes and long/units exams, deduction of points will be imposed by the teacher and
during midterm or final exam. Means a grade of 5.0 in the subject.
b. Borrowing of calculators and other exam paraphernalia is not allowed during exam.
c. During prelim, midterm, and final exam, only test papers answer sheets, permits, calculators, pens, pencils and erasers are allowed on the desk; other
things should be deposited on a place designated by the teacher.
d. Other policies will be imposed as deemed necessary and as agreed upon between the students and the subject professor.

4) Other Policies

a. Cellphone should be shut-off or in silent mode during class hours.

b. Chairs should be arranged before leaving the classroom.
c. Vandalism is strictly prohibited and punishable.
d. No Smoking within the school premises.
e. Students under the influence of liquor are not allowed inside the school compound.
f. Any form of deadly weapons should not be brought to school except cleaning/cutting tolls during cleanup days and laboratory classes.
g. Unnecessary noise to the point of creating disturbances is prohibited.
h. Proper grooming should be observed at all times, e.g. short and undyed hair for males.
i. Other policies will be strictly imposed as contained in the student manual.

Prepared by: Checked by: Approved by:

ENGR. EDMUNDO A. OBIŇA ENGR. ALEXANDER O. LOGAN ENGR. RAFAEL J. PADRE, Ph.D.
Instructor Department Chairman Dean

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